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A persistent wrist injury forced Nadal to curtail his 2016 season prematurely after the Shanghai Masters in October, but his competitive return ended with a largely comfortable victory on Tuesday. "I really hope the good matches I played in Abu Dhabi helps me for here". I think for the moment, I think it's better for me to play later. "And here is an important event for me, because it's the second event of the year and the first ATP event". (more...)

Tottenham will be looking to end Chelsea's 13-game winning run in the Premier League when they host the league leaders at White Hart Lane on Wednesday night. "It's a good atmosphere in the changing room and this is an important win for us and for our mentality going into the next match [versus Chelsea ] because it's a massive game for us and it's important that we win it". (more...)

The junior eclipsed the all-time career rushing record for Oklahoma, passing Billy Sims' mark from 1979 on a 15-yard run late in the fourth quarter. Along with clinching OU's all-time rushing record, Perine secured a 1,000-yard rushing season for the third time. His best year was 2014, when he totaled 1,713 yards and 21 touchdowns as a true freshman. (more...)

And given that this was supposed to have been one of the hosts' biggest tests this season, they can now look forward to a bit of light relief in their next three games against Sunderland, Plymouth Argyle, and Southampton. "I'm pretty sure they don't think about this, so why should we?" This comes just six months into his spell in the Premier League at the Etihad. (more...)

Injuries or not, the Chargers were too talented to win just nine games over the last two seasons, so following a 5-11 year in 2016 while even the Oakland Raiders make the playoffs, the Chargers fired McCoy, who has a 27-37 record in his four years in Southern California. (more...)

Watt said in a tweet Tuesday morning that the decision to declare for the draft was "by no means an easy one". "After thinking over the options and discussing them with my family, I have decided that the time has come to continue my journey and declare for the 2017 NFL Draft". (more...)

But it benefited from Feghouli's controversial dismissal by referee Mike Dean , who deemed a crunching challenge with United defender Phil Jones to be two-footed. "We're gutted, we're disappointed, but at the same time I'm proud of the team - I told them after the game". West Ham goalkeeper Darren Randolph insists the performances displayed over the festive period proved his side can bounce back from their defeats against Leicester and United. (more...)

A run of 13 wins in a competition as unforgiving as the Premier League takes some doing. If you see the table you can see we have only five points more than Liverpool, six more than Manchester City. Chelsea: Conte left Nemanja Matic out of the XI for the 4-2 win over Stoke, although the Serb's robustness will surely be called upon for this contest. (more...)

Having become something of a polarising figure in recent times, Rousey came in for plenty of criticism following her most recent defeat. "If she wants the rematch, I'm going to do the same thing, because she can't take my punches". The MMA superstar, who is personally responsible for convincing UFC President Dana White to bring female fighters into the organization in 2013, was completely mysterious heading into the fight. (more...)

The Germany worldwide was sidelined for Arsenal's 2-0 victory over Crystal Palace over the weekend due to an illness. "The difference of rest periods is absolutely unbelievable, compared to the other teams it is unbelievable", Wenger said after his side's victory on Sunday. (more...)

Mahomes threw for 5,052 yards, accounted for 52 total touchdowns and finished No. 1 in FBS in total offense for the second consecutive season. "With my love for Texas Tech, it was a very hard decision", Mahomes said. Mahomes also rushed for 12 touchdowns, the most for a Tech quarterback. The NCAA's leading passer in 2016 was ranked as the fifth-best quarterback in the upcoming NFL Draft class, according to ESPN.com's Mel Kiper, Jr. (more...)

When Herman left, offensive line coach Ed Warriner was promoted to offensive coordinator and Beck was brought on as the Buckeyes' co-offensive coordinator and quarterbacks coach. According to a report from Chip Brown of Horns Digest , Ohio State co-offensive coordinator Tim Beck will join Herman's staff at Texas. Beck also had stints as an assistant at Kansas, Missouri State, Kansas State and Illinois State. (more...)

Ball security is so huge; we had a couple of ball security issues. Their defense allowed plays of 64 and 43 yards - the latter a touchdown on a screen pass on third and 18 - while their running game, which pounded the Broncos in Week 9, totaled just 57 yards. (more...)

Wolfsburg already announced the transfer subject to a medical examination on December 24. Both clubs have agreed not to disclose the exact financial details of the transaction but a source close to PSG told ESPN FC the deal is an initial €35 million with the potential to rise by another €10m through bonuses. (more...)

It was a odd night all-around in the Sugar Bowl, considering Mixon was a game-changer for Oklahoma and has an argument to be MVP of the game. Video of the Mixon incident was released last month , which sparked plenty of condemnations of Mixon and of the Sooners for not releasing him when this first happened. (more...)

Hopkins tweeted: "Wiggins to join the Jump?". He will be joined by two other former Olympians, gymnast Louis Smith and taekwondo champion Jade Jones, as well as Paralympic medallist Kadeena Cox, ex footballer Robbie Fowler, and rugby stars Gareth Thomas and Jason Robinson . (more...)

Hundreds of thousands gathered in Pasadena and millions more tuned in to welcome 2017 on Monday to the theme "Echoes of Success", with 44 floats, 22 marching bands and about 400 horses. Tim marched in the parade and the game. Real-life messages of sorrow and solidarity were also tied to a "tree of life". Three survivors of the shooting, Pulse co-owner Barbara Poma and Orlando Commissioner Patty Sheehan will ride on the float. (more...)

She closed the set with 2 aces, looking to repeat the same in the second set, but Arruabarrena also raised her level to fight stronger in set number 2. Australian Nick Kyrgios has begun his year on a ideal note with a crushing 6-3 6-4 win over Spain's Feliciano Lopez at the Hopman Cup in Perth . "I didn't think I served as well in the first match, but I dictated points on my forehand". (more...)

And that player is none other than Warner's former Delhi Daredevils team-mate in the Indian Premier League and one of India's greatest ever opener Virender Sehwag. "We need to take stock of the situation; Australians have their senior players delivering which is inspiring their youngsters who are emulating their feats". (more...)

The awkward interview ended with a pretty dismissive response as to whether Manchester City are still in the title race. We'll be back same time same place tomorrow with all the reaction to the Burnley game. But in those last two or three games I've been pretty pleased with the performance and I think it's shown good signs of building an away-style performance that can work. (more...)